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Kicking off this week’s Green Deals is a $600 discount on the MOD Easy 3 e-bike that is now down at a new $2,699 low price. We’ve also got an early Prime Day deal on Anker’s SOLIX C1000 Portable Power Station that is down at a $549 low and running parallel with Anker’s Early Prime Big Deal Days sale that ends alongside the Amazon 2-day event. From there we have a bunch of one-day discounts for you, with EcoFlow’s latest flash sale offering up to 53% off its DELTA 2 and DELTA 2 Max power station bundles that start from a new $779 low. We also have GoTrax’s XR PRO Commuting Electric Scooter down at $400, as well as both a refurbished and brand new option on Greenworks’ 80V 730 CFM cordless blowers that are at their lowest prices starting from $130. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals in the links at the bottom of the page, collected together in our Electrified Weekly roundup from over the weekend.

Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

Save $600 on the Class 3 MOD Easy 3 e-bike at new $2,699 low

MOD Bikes is offering a significant price drop on its stylish Easy 3 e-bike for $2,699 shipped. Normally you’d be spending $3,499 on this newer model, with the few sales we’ve seen since the brand hit our radar usually only taking $300 off its price tag. Today though, that markdown has doubled to a solid $600 being cut from its going rate, giving you a quality ride (with unique and impeccable taste) at the lowest price we have tracked. You can learn some more about this e-bike (and its additional sidecar attachment) by reading through our hands-on review of its earlier design over at Electrek, or head below for more info on this newer model that sports some upgraded features.

As I’ve said before, the MOD Easy 3 has been a favorite of mine since I first discovered the brand, with its quality parts and unique style that resembles the classic Indian 741 Scout motorcycles that would cost you more than just an arm and a leg these days (and likely the closest I’ll ever get to riding one of those bad boys). I recently got ahold of one and so far it’s been a very exciting ride, mainly due to its design differences from most standard e-bikes these days that more resemble mountain bikes. It comes with a 750W rear brushless geared hub motor (1,000W peak), a removable 720Wh MOD Samsung Powerpack battery, and five levels of pedal assistance supported by a new torque sensor (upgraded from the previous version’s cadence sensor).

This thing really picks up and goes with its 28 MPH top speed and 50-mile travel distance (which can be doubled to 100 miles with an extra battery). You’ll also find other features like a 7-speed Shimano ALTUS derailleur, an integrated LED headlight and taillight with brake light functionality, a thumb throttle for pure electric action, fenders to go over both of its multi-terrain tires, a rear cargo rack, hydraulic disc brakes, dual suspension, a wide saddle, a bell, and an S3 smart color display with a USB port for charging your devices (another upgrade from the earlier simple LCD display) and password security for locking the e-bike.

There are two alternative configurations for the MOD Easy 3 e-bike, one with a sidecar attachment that includes a padded seat for $4,299 with the current $500 discount. Now I will admit, this is a steep price if you wanted to take a smaller child with you, considering that the rear rack is more than capable of supporting a child’s seat, but it does allow for kids, teens, and adults up to 150 pounds to have a unique riding experience – and even more specifically, your dog or similar pet. Keep in mind there are no seatbelts here though, but there are the dedicated D-ring anchor points to secure your dog’s leash or harness. If you want the same general style of the Easy 3 e-bike in more chopper-like format, there’s also the MOD Easy Ape Hanger 3 e-bike for $2,699, down from $3,499. It has much of the same features and specs, but with a much more simplistic, toned-down design that features chopper handlebars.

There’s plenty of other models worth checking out in MOD Bike’s latest sale on the landing page here.

EcoFlow flash sale

Score EcoFlow’s DELTA 2 or DELTA 2 Max power station bundles at up to 53% off in 1-day flash sale from $779 low

EcoFlow has launched yet another 24-hour flash sale that is offering some of the best deals we’ve seen on two power station bundles during its Early Prime Big Deal Days sale, which will also be ending tonight at midnight. The first of these deals is the brand’s DELTA 2 Portable Power Station with 220W solar panel for $779 shipped on Amazon. This package would normally cost you $1,649, with the few discounts we’ve seen over 2024 mostly keeping prices between $879 and $999. Today though, you’re getting the chance to score it at a 53% markdown that cuts $870 off its tag and gives you a new all-time low price.

Great to take along with you on weekend getaways into the wilds, the DELTA 2 power station provides you with a 1,024Wh LiFePO4 battery capacity that you can further expand up to 3,000Wh with the addition of extra batteries (bundle option below). You can charge devices and power appliances with its power output reaching up to 1,800W, with 15 port options to connect to: six ACs, four USB-As, two USB-Cs, and three DCs. Thanks to its fast-charging capabilities, you can get an 80% recharge for the station in just 50 minutes when connected to a wall outlet, while a full battery takes up to 80 minutes. It can also fully recharge in up to six hours with the included 220W solar panel – plus, it comes with real-time smart controls and an IP68 waterproof rating for ensured protection against water, dust, and debris.

There’s a few good alternative bundle options for this station too, with it coming with an extra battery in place of the solar panel for $998, down from $1,599, or you can double up its solar charging ability with two 220W panels for $1,149, down from $1,899. If you’d prefer just getting the power station alone, you’ll save 51% at the moment while its at $489.

The second deal during this short-term sale is direct from EcoFlow’s website, which is offering the DELTA 2 Max Portable Power Station with an 800W Alternator Charger for $1,299, down from $2,498. With this model you’re getting a much larger 2,048Wh LiFePO4 battery capacity that can be expanded up to 6,144Wh with its extra battery additions. It dishes out power up to 3,400W in order to run “99% of home appliances,” with its six AC ports, four USB-A ports, two USB-C ports, two DC ports, and one car port. Not only does it allow for two solar inputs to be connected (up to 1,000W), but it also sports dual-charging through its two solar inputs and a wall outlet for faster recharges in just 43 minutes when you need to finish the job sooner than you expected. The included alternator charger also allows you to charge as you drive by connecting it to your car, giving you about 1,000Wh after 1.3 hours of driving.

Be sure not to miss out on all the other incredible deals from EcoFlow’s Early Prime Big Deal Days sale that will be ending tonight, while still offering a few more flash sales through the next couple of days.

Anker

Early Prime Day sale drops Anker’s SOLIX C1000 LiFePo4 portable power station back to $549 low

Early Prime Day pricing is already arriving ahead of the 2-day event, and through its official Amazon storefront, Anker is offering its SOLIX C1000 Portable Power Station for $549 shipped, after clipping the on-page $450 off coupon. It normally goes for $999, but we’ve been seeing steadily growing discounts over 2024, with things hitting $599 at the top of July and first dropping to the $549 low after the month’s 2-day Prime Day event. We haven’t seen this low rate return in the time since, only dropping to $599 at best, but its back again today ahead of next week to give you a second chance at scoring it with a $450 markdown at the all-time lowest price we have tracked.

Anker designed the SOLIX C1000 in a more compact unit that is “15% smaller than the industry average,” delivering a reliable 1,056Wh LiFePO4 capacity (which you can bump up to 2,112Wh with this extra battery option). It provides a 1,800W power output that can surge up to 2,400W, covering a wide array of larger appliances despite its smaller size. It offers 11 output options to plug into: one carport, two USB-A ports, two USB-C ports, and six AC outlets. Charging is relatively fast thanks to its UltraFast tech, giving you an 80% battery in 43 minutes or a full battery in 58 minutes, with solar charging through a 600W max input doing the job in about 1.8 hours. Through the Anker app, you’ll be able to get real-time status updates, view your battery level, and set AC charging speeds.

There’s also four bundle options to keep the savings rolling: grab the SOLIX C1000 with a 100W solar panel for $749, or a 200W solar panel instead for $899 – or you can bump it up to the 400W solar panel combo at $1,149. There’s also the chance to snag it along with a BP1000 expansion battery for $949. You’ll also find the expansion battery by itself at $449. These bundles offer some of the best and lowest rates we’ve seen yet and can make excellent backup power companions in everyday or emergency situations alike.

GoTrax

Get through your commute on GoTrax’s XR PRO electric scooter at $400 for today only

As part of its Deals of the Day, Best Buy is offering the GoTrax XR PRO Commuting Electric Scooter for $399.99 shipped. You’d usually find this model sitting at a $550 price tag, with the last time we saw it being a drop to its $350 low back in April during a similar one-day sale. Today you can add it to your commute with a 27% markdown that strikes a solid $150 off its going rate, giving you the second-best price we have tracked.

A great option for folks with a shorter commute, the XR PRO electric scooter utilizes a 300W motor (peaking at 400W) alongside a 36V battery that allows it to reach top speeds of 15.5 MPH and carry you up to 19 miles before needing to recharge. It has an integrated digital display that gives you control over the scooter’s settings, a bright LED headlight for those late-night commutes and joyrides, with 8.5-inch pneumatic, pre-slimed tires that help you to avoid flats, pops, and tears. It also features a one touch folding function with a simple hook-n-latch system for easy transport and storage when you’ve arrived at your destination.

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Refurb and new condition Greenworks 80V 730 CFM cordless blowers at lowest prices from $130

Coming to us through its Deals of the Day, Best Buy is offering a refurbished Greenworks 80V 730 CFM Cordless Handheld Blower for $129.99 shipped. Normally costing $250 in new condition, you’re looking at the third discount in 2024 that we’ve seen drop on this refurbished model, with May first seeing a drop to $160 and a further fall to $140 at the end of July. Today it’s getting an even bigger 48% markdown, saving you $120 and giving you the lowest price we have seen on a made-to-look-new-again model. Best Buy has even thrown in a 6-month warranty on both the blower and battery to ensure you get your money’s worth.

Coming along with a 2.5Ah battery that can be switched out for any others you may already have at the ready, this 80V blower promises “25% more air volume and 20% more speed” than its predecessors while also weighing in “20% lighter than gas blowers.” The battery gives it enough juice to tackle the debris in your yard for up to 70 minutes, depending on which of its two settings you choose. The brushless motor here produces air speeds up to 170 MPH, with an ergonomic design and variable speed control for easier handling – plus, you can toss out the need for gas and simultaneously work without smelling fumes the whole time. If you’d prefer to grab this model in new condition, Best Buy has also dropped the price there to its $170 low, down from its regular $250.

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The savings this week are also continuing to a collection of other markdowns. To the same tune as the offers above, these all help you take a more energy-conscious approach to your routine. Winter means you can lock in even better off-season price cuts on electric tools for the lawn while saving on EVs and tons of other gear.

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RadExpand 5 Plus and RadWagon 5 e-bikes $200 off, exclusive $3,297 savings on three Anker SOLIX BP3800 expansion batteries, much more

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With Memorial Day on the horizon, we’re giving you a more jam-pack Green Deals to close out this week, with a spotlight being returned on Rad Power’s Memorial Day Sale that is seeing the first discounts on its newest models, this time focusing on the RadExpand 5 Plus Folding e-bike at $1,699 and the RadWagon 5 Cargo e-bike at $2,199. We’ve also secured a massive $3,297 in savings on three Anker SOLIX BP3800 Expansion Batteries at a new $4,200 low, while spotting Velotric increasing savings on its Nomad 1 Plus and Summit 1 All-Terrain e-bikes, starting from $1,399. There’s also a $1,300 discount on Samsung’s Bespoke AI Laundry Combo Electric Ventless Heat Pump Washer/Dryer that starts from $1,900 through Memorial Day, as well as a one-day-only sale on Anker’s SOLIX EverFrost 2 58L Dual-Zone Electric Cooler that is returning it to its $800 pre-sale low for the first time. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s full Rad Power Memorial Day Sale coverage, and more.

Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

Run errands and more on Rad’s new RadExpand 5 Plus and RadWagon 5 e-bikes with first discounts from $1,699

Yesterday, Rad Power Bikes launched its Memorial Day Sale that is offering up to $500 discounts on several e-bikes, some of which are the brand’s newer models that are getting their first discounts through Memorial Day weekend only. Alongside the Radster Road and Trail e-bikes, we’re also seeing two other new models getting these flash savings, starting with the RadExpand 5 Plus Folding e-bike for $1,699 shipped. It’s keeping down off its $1,899 tag for only a few more days, with the only savings we’ve seen on this model so far being a free accessory tacked on during select sales. The $200 markdown is setting the stage for what we can expect down the road in future sales, giving you the best opportunity yet to hop aboard the latest of the brand’s space-saving utility models, alongside the new RadRunner Cargo Utility options that recently launched.

Rad Power’s RadExpand 5 Plus e-bike arrives as the latest generation of the brand’s space-saving folding models, condensing down to 29 inches high by 25 inches wide by 41 inches long and weighing in at 72.5 pounds in full and 62.5 pounds with the battery removed. It’s been equipped with a 750W rear hub motor and a 720Wh battery that pair together in order to deliver 20 MPH top speeds for up to 60+ miles with its 5 pedal assist levels activated (which also offer a zero-assist option and are supported by a torque sensor). As an updated model, it comes with plenty of notable features like the hydraulic suspension fork, hydraulic disc brakes, puncture-resistant tires with fenders, the rear cargo rack, an LED headlight, an integrated taillight with brake lighting, a color display with a USB-C port to charge devices, and plenty more.

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And for folks looking for something with even more cargo-hauling power, you can grab the RadWagon 5 Cargo e-bike for $2,199 shipped, down from $2,399 while the flash savings last through the upcoming holiday. It comes with a similar 750W motor and 720Wh battery pairing that gives it an increased 60+ miles of travel over its predecessor, with the top speed also increased up to 28 MPH. This model has also traded in the cadence sensor for a superior torque sensor that lends towards its hauling capabilities, which can also take inclines much better. It shares many of the same stock features as the above model, with certain obvious differences like the increased rear cargo rack payload, among others.

Rad Power’s Memorial Day new e-bike deals (through May 26):

And to check out the full lineup of deals that include the three legacy models seeing discounts, while also getting the rundown on what makes up the Radster e-bikes, be sure to check out our original coverage of Rad Power’s Memorial Day Sale here. You can also find tons of other e-bike sales through the holiday from Lectric, Ride1Up, Aventon, Velotric, Heybike, Segway, and many more in our Ride to Work EV hub.

Anker SOLIX BP3800 expansion batteries

Expand your Anker SOLIX F3800 setup with exclusive $3,297 in savings on three expansion batteries at $4,200 low

We’ve secured a special exclusive, and expansive bundle discount from Wellbots on three Anker SOLIX BP3800 Expansion Batteries for $4,200 shipped, after using the code 9TO5BP600 at checkout. This bundle starts from a $5,697 price tag here, which is where Anker currently has this same package discounted to from a higher $7,497 MSRP. All-in-all, with our code, you’re getting $1,497 off the going rate at Wellbots and $3,297 in total savings from the direct MSRP. This is the lowest price we have tracked for this sizeable bundle, ultimately giving you each battery at $1,400 each.

Compatible with either the Anker SOLIX F3800 or F3800 Plus power stations, each of these BP3800 LiFePO4 expansion batteries carries and adds 3,840Wh to your existing setup while also boasting some backup power support for charging devices with its multiple AC, USB-A, and USB-C ports, should you ever choose to rely just on it and not the power station itself. All together, your F3800 setup will gain an additional 11,520Wh capacity, putting you in the higher-end range of serious home backup power capabilities, as long as you have the appropriate transfer switch or Smart Home Panel 2 to connect it to your circuit breaker. They each come rated for 3,000 life cycles and for a 10-year lifespan, though that can easily be extended were you to utilize them more sparingly than every single day.

We also still have another exclusive low price active on the Bluetti AC200PL 2,304Wh LiFePO4 Power Station for $899, with there being no sign as to just when it will end.

Velotric Nomad 1 Plus all-terrain e-bike

Travel any terrain with up to $500 savings on Velotric’s Nomad 1 Plus and Summit 1 e-bikes starting from $1,399

Velotric has increased savings on two e-bikes during the remaining time of its Bike Month/Memorial Day Sale through May 26, with the biggest of these savings being on the Nomad 1 Plus All-Terrain e-bike that is now down at $1,399 shipped. This model normally goes for $1,899 at full price, with it having started this sale at $1,499 and the additional $100 markdown landing it back at the second-lowest price we have tracked. All-in-all, you’ll be saving $500 off the going rate, which only sits $100 above the low that we last saw during Black Friday. Head below for more on this and the other model seeing increased savings.

Upgraded from its original variant last year, Velotric’s Nomad 1 Plus e-bike is the go-anywhere option from the brand, outfitted for off-road ventures with features like puncture-resistant fat tires, a hydraulic suspension fork, hydraulic disc brakes, and an IPX6 waterproof build. It sports a 750W motor (peaking at 1,200W) paired with a removable 691Wh battery, which work together to provide 55 miles of travel with its five PAS levels at up to 28 MPH top speeds. You can also cruise on pure electric power via the throttle at a limited mileage. Alongside the other features already listed, you’ll find a Shimano 8-speed derailleur, fenders over both tires, an integrated LED headlight, a taillight with a braking indicator, and a 3.5-inch backlit LCD display with USB port to charge your devices as you ride. There’s also the on-page 30% discounts for other add-on accessories too.

The second of these savings is hitting the Summit 1 Multi-Terrain e-bike, bringing it down from its $1,999 full price to $1,899 shipped. A more advanced all-terrain counterpart to the above model, it sports many similar features like the 750W motor, though it does have a larger 705.6Wh battery, giving you the same top speeds with an increased range up to 70 miles. It has more pedal assist options, with three modes and five levels, while also sporting a dual torque/cadence sensor that you can switch between depending on just where you are and what kind of terrain you’ll be riding through. The rougher rides are smoothed out by the 120mm hydraulic front suspension fork that also gets added support from the hydraulic disc brakes, puncture-resistant tires, and IPX6 protection. There’s many similar features as the Nomad 1 Plus, but this model definitely takes a step further with smart features like Apple Find My.

Samsung Bespoke AI Laundry Combo ventless heat pump washer/dryer

Samsung Bespoke AI Combo electric ventless washer/dryer $1,300 off, now $1,900 for Memorial Day

As part of Samsung’s Memorial Day Sale, the brand is offering its Bespoke AI Laundry Combo Electric Ventless Heat Pump Washer/Dryer for $1,999 shipped alongside up to $298 in additional savings you can score too. This eco-friendly unit normally goes for $3,299 at full price, with most of the discounts we usually see taking things down around $2,199, though we have seen it go as low as $1,899 from Samsung and $1,700 at other retailers – the latter pricing having only popped up during last year’s Christmas sales. You can also save a bit more going with the open-box option at $1,520 on the same page, or we also spotted it going for $1,900 from Best Buy right now too, though keep in mind you won’t be getting any chances at additional savings and the price will increase there based on installation, haul-away, and other needs/services. Head below for more on this model, the extra savings opportunities, and other discounted laundry appliances.

So what are these extra savings you can score? Well, to start, you can get up to $100 in instant trade-in credit. There’s also two Samsung Care+ plan options you can go with – the first being a 3-year plan ($200 value) at $1 or you can get a 5-year plan ($699 value) at $30. For all these savings, decisions can be made on the washer/dryer’s main landing page here.

Coming to you ENERGY STAR-certified, Samsung’s Bespoke AI Laundry Combo puts both your washing and drying needs into one convenient unit that not only saves space or allows you to double up for faster laundry turn-around, but also comes supported by AI for easier systems management and increased energy efficiency. One such way it does so is by identifying fabrics placed inside and automatically adjusting its settings for the ideal washing and drying cycles. That AI can also calculate and estimate electricity costs to “reduce energy usage by up to 19%,” with a bunch of other eco-conscious performance features, as well as the obvious ventless design that allows for it to be placed virtually anywhere without needing a dedicated exhaust vent.

What I really love about these types of washer/dryers is the large capacity detergent tank that holds up to 47 loads worth so you don’t have to constantly have to add anything in between loads. On top of this there’s also the Flex One compartment that allows that capacity to be divided for 25 loads of detergent and 34 loads of softener. There’s also the self-cleaning and self-drying tech to ensure everything going in comes out fresh, as well as an auto-open door, smart controls through the SmartThings app, hands-free voice controls, the EPA’s seal of approval, and more.

During this sale, you’ll also find Samsung’s newest appliance release, the vented Bespoke AI Laundry Combo variant down at $2,499 shipped from its full $3,099 price tag. You’ll be getting all the same AI support, performance specs, and extra savings options here, minus the ventless design of the above model.

You can check out more of Samsung’s Memorial Day Sale appliance offers on the landing page here.

Anker SOLIX EverFrost 2 58L electric cooler

For today only, grab Anker’s SOLIX EverFrost 2 58L dual-zone electric cooler back at its $800 low

As part of its Deals of the Day, Best Buy is returning the best pricing on the new Anker SOLIX EverFrost 2 58L Dual-Zone Electric Cooler through the rest of the day for $799.99 shipped. It’s been carrying a $1,100 price tag since it was released in March, with this being the first time we’ve seen the pre-sale pricing return post-launch. It’s undercutting Anker’s Memorial Sale by $50, but will only last for 13 hours more before its gone. Taking advantage of the savings puts $300 back in your pocket and gives you the latest ice-free cooling tech from the brand at the best price we have tracked. You can learn more about this model below or by checking out our hands-on review here.

The largest of Anker’s two available sizes for this new generation of coolers, the SOLIX EverFrost 2 58L model sports the dual-zone compartments that allow you to refrigerate and freeze your perishables at the same time, whereas the smaller-sized model only provides the option to choose one over the other. Cooldown times have been decreased thanks to the air-cooled system replacing the previous generation’s direct cooling. The unit comes with one 288Wh removable battery, with a second port to add another one should you purchase it separately elsewhere. With two batteries connected, Anker claims that you can get up to 104 hours of continuous runtime when its set to its eco mode for battery conservation.

These batteries can also provide additional backup power support for your devices when not running the cooler, as they have a 60W USB-C or a 12W USB-A port for versatility. You’ll have four ways to recharge them (AC outlet, solar charging, car port charging, USB-C charging), and they’ll be protected when inside the cooler by its IPX3 water-resistant construction. There’s other nice little features too, like the 6-inch wheels for semi-rough terrain, a built-in bottle opener, a fold-down tray that also functions as a pull-along handle, and mounting points for the brand’s add-on accessories. Get a full rundown in our hands-on review.

If you would prefer going with the smaller EverFrost 2 unit or want to go ahead and grab this dual-zone model with two batteries or more, be sure to check out our coverage of Anker’s SOLIX EverFrost 2 Memorial Day Sale deals here.

Best Spring EV deals!

Best new Green Deals landing this week

The savings this week are also continuing to a collection of other markdowns. To the same tune as the offers above, these all help you take a more energy-conscious approach to your routine. Winter means you can lock in even better off-season price cuts on electric tools for the lawn while saving on EVs and tons of other gear.

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BYD Seal 06 EV (Source: China MIIT)

BYD’s new electric SUV is about the size of a Tesla Model Y, but it’s expected to cost much less. The Seal 06 leaked in China this week, giving us a closer look at the new BYD EV, which is set to arrive later this year.

Meet the new BYD Seal 06 EV

Another day, another BYD electric car is surfacing. We knew it was coming soon after China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) revealed a regulatory filing last month.

Now, we are getting a better idea of what to expect when it arrives, with new information surfacing. China’s MIIT released key specs and a few new images of the Seal 06 this week.

BYD will offer the Seal 06 in both battery electric (EV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain options. The electric version will be available in three trims. A base model will draw power from a 65.28 kWh battery and 170 kW electric motor, providing up to 520 km (323 miles) CLTC range.

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The extended-range 78.72 kWh battery is rated with a CLTC range of up to 605 km (376 miles). Meanwhile, a more powerful AWD variant includes an additional 110 kW front motor but has slightly less range at 550 km (342 miles).

BYD’s electric SUV is 4,810 mm long, 1,920 mm wide, and 1,675 mm tall, or about the same size as the Tesla Model Y.

The new Model Y starts at 263,500 yuan ($36,500) in China. That’s for the base RWD model with a CLTC range of 593 km (368 miles). Upgrading to the Long Range AWD variant with a range of 719 km (447 miles) costs 313,500 yuan ($43,500).

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BYD Seal 06 (Source: BYD)

According to CarNewsChina, BYD is expected to officially launch the Seal 06 in the third quarter of 2025. Prices will be revealed closer to launch, but the new SUV will likely start at around 160,000 yuan ($22,000).

BYD is coming off its best sales week of the year with nearly 68,000 vehicles registered in China from May 5 to May 11. Tesla, on the other hand, had just over 3,000.

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Tesla Full Self-Driving veers off road, flips car in scary crash driver couldn’t prevent

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A Tesla vehicle on the latest Full Self-Driving (FSD) Supervised update suddenly veered off road and flipped the car upside down – creating a scary crash that the driver said he couldn’t prevent.

We have seen many crashes involving Tesla’s Supervised FSD over the years, but the vast majority of them have a major contributing factor in common: the driver is not paying attention or is not ready to take control.

A common crash scenario with Tesla FSD is that the vehicle doesn’t see an obstacle on the road, like a vehicle, and crashes into it, even though the driver would have had time to react if they were paying enough attention.

Despite its name, Full Self-Driving (FSD) is still considered a level 2 driver assist system and is not fully self-driving. It requires drivers to stay attentive at all times and for them to be ready to take control – hence while Tesla has more recently added ‘Supervised’ to the name.

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According to Tesla, the driver is always responsible in a crash, even if FSD is activated.

The automaker has implemented driver monitoring systems to ensure drivers’ attention, but it is gradually relaxing those.

Just today, Tesla released a post on X in which it said drivers just have to “lean back and watch the road” when using FSD:

Sitting back and watching the road was exactly what Wally, a Tesla driver in Alabama, was doing when his car suddenly veered off the road in Toney, Alabama, earlier this year.

Wally leased a brand new 2025 Tesla Model 3 with FSD and understood that he needed to pay attention. When talking with Electrek yesterday, he said that he would regularly use the feature:

I used FSD every chance I could get I actually watched YouTube videos to tailor my FSD settings and experience. I was happy it could drive me to Waffle House and I could just sit back and relax while it would drive me on my morning commute to work.

Two months ago, he was driving to work on Tesla Full Self-Driving when his car suddenly swerved off the road. He shared the Tesla camera video of the crash:

Wally told Electrek that he didn’t have time to react even though he was paying attention:

I was driving to work had Full Self-Driving on. The oncoming car passed, and the wheel started turning rapidly, driving into the ditch, and side-swiping the tree, and the car flipped over. I did not have any time to react.

The car ended up flipping upside down from the crash:

Fortunately, Wally only suffered a relatively small chin injury from the accident, but it was a scary experience:

My chin split open, and I had to get 7 stitches. After the impact, I was hanging upside down watching blood drip down to the glass sun roof, not knowing where I was bleeding from. I unbuckled my seatbelt and sat on the fabric interior in the middle of the two front seats, and saw that my phone’s crash detection went off and told me the first responders were on their way. My whole body was in shock from the incident.

The Tesla driver said that one of the neighbors came out of their house to make sure he was okay and the local Firefighters arrived to get him out of the upside-down Model 3.

Wally said he was on Tesla FSD v13.2.8 on Hardware 4, Tesla’s latest FSD technology. He requested that Tesla send him the data from his car to better understand what happened.

Electrek’s Take

This is where Tesla FSD gets really scary. I get that Tesla admits that FSD can make mistakes at the worst possible moment and that the driver needs to pay attention at all times.

The idea is that if you pay attention, you can correct those mistakes, which is true most of the time, but not always.

In this case, the driver had less than a second to react, and even if he had reacted, it might have made things worse, like correcting, but not enough to get back on the road and hit the tree head-on instead.

In cases like this one, it’s hard to put the blame on the driver. He was doing exactly what Tesla says you should do: “lean back and watch the road.”

A very similar thing happened to me last year when my Model 3 on FSD veered to the left, trying to take an emergency exit on the highway for no reason. I was able to take control in time, but it created a dangerous situation as I almost overcorrected into a vehicle in the right lane.

In Wally’s case, it’s unclear what happened. It’s possible that FSD believed it was about to hit something because of the shadows on the ground. Here’s the view from the front-facing camera, a fraction of a second before FSD veered to the left:

But it’s just speculation at this time.

Either way, I think Tesla has a problem with complacency with FSD where its drivers are starting to pay less attention on FSD – leading to some crashes, but there are also these even scarier crashes that appear to be 100% caused by FSD with very little to no opportunity for the drivers to prevent them.

That’s even scarier.

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